Head to Head

Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Jameson Williams vs Xavier WorthyWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Jameson Williams is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 11.0 PPG to Xavier Worthy's 6.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Jameson Williams is the better fantasy play this season.

Jameson Williams is the better play on a neutral week. 11.0 PPG with 1,129 yards gives a reliable baseline. Xavier Worthy at 6.3 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft Jameson Williams higher, but do not fade Xavier Worthy entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

Want this verdict updated live on Sunday?

Track Jameson Williams and Xavier Worthy in the DraftCall app and get their updates the moment they change.

Get the App

WRDetroit Lions#19PPG LEADER

Jameson Williams

PPG

11.0

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

1,117

Rec TDs

Targets

102

Bye

Week 6

WRKansas City Chiefs#99

Xavier Worthy

PPG

6.3

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

532

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 6

The Edge Chart

Jameson Williams

Xavier Worthy

Head to Head

11.0 PPG6.3 PPG

17 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 6Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Jameson Williams: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #19 at the position). Xavier Worthy: Tier 5 (Deep League) WR (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Jameson Williams is producing at 50% of elite pace and Xavier Worthy at 29%. That ranking gap means Jameson Williams carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Jameson Williams vs Xavier Worthy: The Full Breakdown

If you are choosing between Jameson Williams and Xavier Worthy for your lineup, you are not alone. Jameson Williams finished the 2025 season at 11.0 PPG for the Detroit Lions (17 games), and Xavier Worthy averaged 6.3 for the Kansas City Chiefs (14 games).

That 4.7-point weekly advantage for Jameson Williams is meaningful but not automatic. Fantasy football is a week-to-week sport, and the answer to "who should I start" often changes based on opponent, recent form, and game environment. Season averages set the baseline; weekly context makes the call.

Target volume is the story here. Jameson Williams saw 102 targets in 2025, while Xavier Worthy drew 73. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Jameson Williams, even in weeks where Xavier Worthy posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Both share a Week 6 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking wide receivers this deep on your bench, plan your replacement wide receiver early.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Jameson Williams is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Xavier Worthy is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: Jameson Williams (age 25) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset. Xavier Worthy (age 23) has years of prime production ahead. Buy-and-hold dynasty asset.

Did You Know?

•Jameson Williams outscored Xavier Worthy by a projected 80 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Jameson Williams played 17 games in 2025 compared to Xavier Worthy's 14. That durability gap means Jameson Williams contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Jameson Williams scored 7 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.4 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
•Jameson Williams saw 102 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.
•Both players share a Week 6 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Jameson Williams vs Xavier Worthy: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Jameson Williams	Xavier Worthy
PPG (Half-PPR)	11.0	6.3
Games Played	17	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	187	88
Receptions	65	42
Rec/Game	3.8	3.0
Receiving Yards	1,117	532
Rec Yds/Game	65.7	38.0
Receiving TDs	7	1
Targets	102	73
Target Share/Game	6.0	5.2
Age	25	23
Experience	3 yrs	2 yrs
Bye Week	Week 6	Week 6

Summary

The 2025 numbers favor Jameson Williams at 11.0 PPG, 4.7 points per game above Xavier Worthy's 6.3. But season stats only tell part of the story. DraftCall's AI factors in weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status to give you a verdict that updates with the latest data.

Website vs App

Get the AI verdict on Jameson Williams vs Xavier Worthy

DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality, recent trends, injury impact, and game script to give you a clear start/sit recommendation.

See everything in the app →

Launch List

Get the live verdict on Jameson Williams vs Xavier Worthy

The DraftCall app delivers live game-day verdicts on every matchup. Join the launch list and we will email you the day it goes live for the 2026 NFL season, with your direct iOS and Android install links.

We will never share your email. Unsubscribe anytime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jameson Williams or Xavier Worthy in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Jameson Williams has the edge at 11.0 PPG compared to Xavier Worthy's 6.3 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Jameson Williams and Xavier Worthy average in 2025?▾

Jameson Williams averaged 11.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Xavier Worthy averaged 6.3 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 4.7 points per game.

Do Jameson Williams and Xavier Worthy share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Jameson Williams and Xavier Worthy share a Week 6 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at wide receiver for that week.

Is Jameson Williams or Xavier Worthy a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?▾

Jameson Williams outscored Xavier Worthy by 4.7 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.